Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- WH1000XM6/L
- SKU:
- 6620462
Rating by feature
- Sound Quality
Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
- Battery Life
Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars
- Connectivity
Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
Customers are saying
Customers have good things to say about the product's phenomenal sound quality, comfort, and impressive battery life. Many also appreciate its portability, light weight, sleek design, and improved fit and connectivity. However, some customers noted concerns regarding heat dissipation, mentioning that it can make their ears sweat, and a few found the volume not as high as desired.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Premium performance at a premium price
|Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.[Employee of bestbuy] People are going to complain about the price and they are correct the price is substantial. With that said, they are hundred percent worth it. You get class leading noise canceling and comfort with very decent sound out of the box that can be tuned in the incredible app to be almost perfect for any listening preference. The included case is very well made, and the magnetic latch is genius because it allows easy and fast access to the headphones. The only problem I have is a nitpick, and that is the build quality is a slight downgrade when compared to other headphones like the bose qc ultra and sonos ace, but the xm6's still feel decent just not as premium. So, if you want the overall best everyday headphones, the xm6's are currently unmatched in the current headphone landscape.
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Excellent Headphones
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These headphones are comfortable and sound great. Allowing ambient noise actually amplifies background noise, but it helps to be able to hear yourself talk to not shout at people when using as a headset. They do an amazing job with background noise cancellation. To test my wife was yelling in the room near me and the people on the other end of a meetings call couldn’t hear her at all. However, rocking motions forward and back will result in the noise cancellation causing you to cut in and out. Normal movement is fine though. The magnetic carrying case is much nicer than the previous generations. I also appreciate the ability to feel the difference between the round power button and the oblong feature button. I’m not a fan of the touch controls on the right cup as sometimes they can be a little wonky, but they work way better than on my old XM4s. Overall I highly recommend these headphones and believe it would be hard to find a better pair when caring about sound quality and usage as a headset.
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Best in-class ANC and more durable hinges
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I bought these to the place my aging XM3 from Sony. The XM3 lasted me for over 3 years now and they are fantastic. The hinges on those headphones were cracking so I decided to replace them with these XM6. The noise cancellation on the new headphones is superior, the hinges are designed much better, and they are more comfortable on the ear. I especially like the adaptive noise canceling feature that adjusts the noise cancelation and ambient noise based on your surroundings. The Bluetooth connection is strong and you can connect to two sources at the same time. The included hard case is strong and durable for travel. The only negative about these headphones is the cost. Perhaps during Black Friday, they will go lower.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi HSV13,
Thank you for the fantastic 5-star review! We're really happy to hear that the WH-1000XM6 is an excellent upgrade for you. It's great that you're enjoying the superior noise cancellation, improved comfort, and better hinge design. We're glad you noticed these enhancements and that they're making a real difference in your experience.
Thanks again for your continued loyalty to Sony!
Best regards,
Dominick
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Sound quality
Great
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Headphones are good and noise cancelling is great. Tried Sennheiser first but had issue that they kept disconnecting from my PC. No issue with these. Battery life is also great. I don’t charge for days. This is with gaming 2-3 hours a night.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Arthur, thank you for sharing your amazing experience with us! It makes us really happy to hear that the noise cancelling, stable connection, and long battery life are all delivering a smooth experience, especially during those nightly gaming sessions. It's great to know you've found a reliable upgrade, and we hope they continue to perform just as flawlessly for you. Thank you for choosing Sony! Best regards, - Dominick
- Pros mentioned:Portability, Sound quality
Terrific headphones
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These headphones continue my high satisfaction with the Sony line. I have had XM4, XM5, and now the XM6. It is very pleasing that the headphones now have folding joints again like the XM4s did. Everything sounds great. Completely satisfied.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Thank you for the fantastic review, Neilk!
It is wonderful to have you back for your third generation of the 1000X series! We are so glad to hear that the WH-1000XM6 is continuing your high satisfaction, and we're especially happy you're enjoying the return of the folding design.
Thank you for your incredible loyalty and for choosing Sony again!
Best regards, Gus, Sony Social Media Team
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Comfort, Sound quality
Perfect
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.As someone who hasn’t owned previous versions it’s hard to say if these are worth the upgrade, but as a first time user, these are perfect: great noise cancellation, comfortable for long periods, great battery life
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Noah,
Thank you for your 5-star review of the Sony - WH1000XM6! We're excited to hear that your first experience with our headphones has been such a positive one. With industry-leading noise cancellation, long-lasting comfort, and impressive battery life, they're designed to deliver an exceptional listening experience right from the start. We're so glad they've been the perfect fit for you!
Thank you for choosing Sony!
Regards,
Dominick
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Sound quality
These headphones are an amazing investment!
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The sound quality of these headphones are amazing. I have not had one problem with them yet and the noise cancellation works great! They even have their own app that tells you everything you need to know about your headphones. I bring them with me wherever I go. I've also had them since November and have only had to charge them twice! I definitely recommend buying these! They're a great investment!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello RebeccaS,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We’re excited to hear that your WH-1000XM6 headphones are delivering outstanding sound quality and effective noise cancellation. It’s great to know the app enhances your experience and that the battery life is lasting so long. Your confidence in recommending them truly means a lot to us.
Best regards,
-Fred
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Portability, Sound quality
Nice sound quality and comfortable to wear
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Super comfortable and good sound quality. I like that they brought back the folding feature. I just wish I could keep the ambient sound mode on instead of having it switch back to noise cancellation mode automatically.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi, Taylor,
Thanks for the review and the 5-stars rating! We are immensely pleased to hear how much you love your Sony headphones, thanks to the modern and comfortable design and an amazing Sound quality! We can definitely take in consideration your recommendation for future references, so it is really appreciated that you can let us know what upgrades you are looking for!
Thanks for choosing Sony, have a nice day!
DiegoV
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Sound quality
Overal great
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The sound is amazing, and the ANC is top tier. The transparency mode is just alright, it definitely picks up too much noise. I prefer the transparency mode on my airpods. The battery life of these is top tier.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi User213586,
It is most rewarding to hear that the sound quality, noise canceling, and battery life of your WH-1000XM6 are all performing at a top-tier level for you. We truly value your candid comparison regarding the transparency mode; feedback like yours is vital as we continue to refine our ambient sound technologies to feel as natural as possible.
Thank you for making Sony your choice for premium audio!
Regards,
Dominick
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Great pair of headphones
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Such a great headphone. I upgraded from the WH-1000XM3 and wow. Not that I had any complaints with my old pair, but these are awesome. They're super comfortable and sound great. They also have a better EQ to control the sound with in app. The new case is pretty good too. I like the magnetic clasp instead of a zipper. These are great for listening to music, watching a movie, flying on a plane, or just blocking out most of your surroundings while working or studying.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Vance,
We could not be more pleased to hear that your upgrade to the WH-1000XM6 has been such a "wow" experience! It is wonderful to know that you are enjoying the improved comfort and the refined EQ control within the app to personalize your sound. We are also glad the new magnetic case design is adding convenience to your routine, whether you are traveling, working, or just getting lost in a great movie.
Thank you for your continued love and support of Sony products!
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
100% Recommend
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I love the noise canceling and it comfortable I do recommend to get a case for headphones if you don’t like oil or finger prints stain since it a matte finish it’s does get oil/finger print stain easily but beside that it amazing. I love it ! Especially when I try to mute the outside noise with music or tone down loud noise in my surroundings
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello JeslyM,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We're excited to hear that you enjoy the noise-canceling capability and the comfort of the WH1000XM6 headphones. Your advice about using a case to protect the matte finish from oil and fingerprints is very valuable, and it’s great to know how effectively the headphones help you reduce outside noise and create your own peaceful space. Your thoughtful comments mean a lot to us.
Best regards,
-Fred
- Pros mentioned:Portability, Sound quality, Weight
Sound
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Fantastic great sound and light weight. Case to put them in is protective and easy to carry very compact.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Scubafun,
We are excited to hear that you are enjoying the fantastic sound and lightweight design of your WH-1000XM6 headphones. It is wonderful to know that the new compact carrying case is making it even easier for you to protect and take your music with you wherever you go.
Thank you for making Sony part of your daily listening.
Regards,
Dominick
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality
Excellent Noise cancelling headphones for travel
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The Sony WH-1000M6 noise cancelling (NC) headphones are about the best value I've found for car/airplane travel. They comfortably reduce constant external noise by ~98% while providing excellent sound for music and podcasts. Built-in convenient touch controls let you change volume, pause NC, change volume/tracks, etc. while connecting via bluetooth or phone-plug. Bought a pair for myself and then bought another pair for my spouse. Comes with a case as well!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi JohnH,
We are immensely pleased to hear that your new headphones have become such an essential part of your travels. Knowing that both you and your spouse can enjoy that peaceful, near-total noise cancellation and excellent sound quality on long trips is fantastic.
Thank you for trusting Sony to keep you both connected and entertained wherever you go!
Best regards,
Dominick
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Sound quality
Sound Quality
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Sound Quality is great and comfortable at the head. Easy to use but have to learn how to fold it properly.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi MIRASOLS,
We are really happy to hear that you are enjoying the great sound quality and comfortable fit of your new headphones. Learning how to fold them can take a little bit of practice at first, but it quickly becomes second nature once you get the hang of it.
Thank you for making Sony part of your daily listening experience.
Best regards,
Dominick
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Comfort, Sound quality
Comfortable with great ANC and sound
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.These headphones provide excellent ANC and great sound. I recently used them on several long flights and they were comfortable. Battery life is excellent and the controls are easy to learn & use. Recommended.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi ChiGuy,
Thank you for sharing this wonderful review!
We're thrilled to hear that the WH-1000XM6 headphones have provided such an excellent experience for you. It's great to know that the ANC, great sound, and excellent battery life made your long flights more comfortable—Your recommendation means a lot to us!
Thanks for choosing Sony.
Sincerely,
Jenn | Sony Social Media Team.
- Pros mentioned:Sound quality, Weight
Great sounding headphones!
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I ordered these headphones for my mom to replace an older worn out pair. She says they are light on her head and have excellent sound quality. They come with a color coordinated storage case. She absolutely enjoys wearing them to listen to her Bad Bunny playlist or watching videos.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi MannyT,
We feel privileged to know that your mother is enjoying her new WH-1000XM6 headphones. It is fantastic to hear that the lightweight design and signature sound quality are making her favorite Bad Bunny tracks and videos even more enjoyable. We also take great pride in the smaller details, like the color-coordinated storage case, so we are glad that those touches added to her experience.
Thank you for trusting Sony to provide the perfect upgrade for her.
Regards,
Dominick
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Weight
Great product
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This newer version is lighter, and more comfortable. The noise canceling is very effective.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello AvidShopper,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We're honored to hear that the newer version of the WH1000XM6 headphones feels lighter and more comfortable for you, with noise canceling that truly stands out. Your feedback highlights the care put into enhancing the experience, and we appreciate you sharing it.
Best regards,
-Fred
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Portability, Sound quality
Best headphones I bought
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.An amazing product! Its super lightweight, comfortable, loud, with great noise cancellation and sound quality
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi TylerC,
Thank you for your fantastic review of the WH-1000XM6 headphones! We feel privileged to know you find them to be an amazing product.
We appreciate you choosing Sony!
Best regards,
Estefany
- Pros mentioned:Battery life, Comfort, Portability
Worth it!
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Love these! Totally worth it. So convenient with the case, and charge life is so good! I also love that they don’t fall off easily but it doesn’t squish my head they’re really comfortable
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi AriaB!
It brings us great joy to hear how much you’re liking your WH-1000XM6 headphones!
The long battery life, snug fit and handy case definitely make things easier for everyday use. Plus, features like noise canceling and touch controls are designed to help you focus on what matters most: your music or calls, all with max comfort.
Thank you for choosing Sony!
Best regards,
Estefany
- Pros mentioned:Comfort, Portability, Sound quality
Sony XM6
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.excellent noise-canceling and sound quality is next level. Comfort is a plus and they are very portable with their new design
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello AngleA,
Thank you for choosing Sony!
We're excited to hear that you are enjoying the WH1000XM6 headphones. It's wonderful to know that the noise-canceling and sound quality are delivering such a high level of performance. We’re also glad the comfort and new portable design are enhancing your overall experience. Your feedback motivates us to continue providing top-quality products.
Best regards,
-Fred